Shrimp – VirtualWayfarer

BackpackingJuly 27, 2010March 9, 2011

Oslo Continued – Local Food and Playing in the Park

When I last left you, Sten and I had just finished exploring a large portion of Oslo. It was a fantastic insight into the city, Norse history and local culture. But, I wasn't done. In fact, my hosts still had a few surprises left up their sleeves. After a quick hello, and then a far longer n…

BackpackingJanuary 26, 2009October 1, 2012

Cadiz Part III

Clean, refreshed and ready for a full evening I lazily drifted from my room to the common area after a hearty nap. There, I checked my e-mail, chatted with the other hostel goers and then decided to set out for a sn…

Human InteractionsJanuary 20, 2009October 1, 2012

January 20th 2009 – Today Was A Good Day

Today is January 20th, 2009 and it was a good day. It was one of those days that stands out in your memory as history marches forward. As the paintbrush of time colors in the tapestry of life, what once struck us as …

BackpackingJanuary 17, 2009March 9, 2011

Cadiz Part II

After the previous night's sushi and tapas I started the following day with plans to take things easy. The combination of an old injury, hours of walking each day, cobblestone streets and nights full of dancing had don…

FoodAugust 1, 2008October 26, 2011

Crab, Oysters, Shrimp & Pasta for $14 a Plate

Listen to this post: Crab, Oysters, Shrimp & Pasta for $14 Audio The Challenge? To cook a seafood meal for three, for under $20 a piece with fresh seafood purchased at the local Chinese Cultural Center (…

FoodMarch 5, 2008April 13, 2011

Fish, A Frying Pan and $9

Howdy all, I've decided to follow up on my previous post in which I shared my technique for cooking a live Dungeness crab, shrimp, squash and salad for $15. For today's project I chose salmon, sole, yams, and a side salad. Total project cost is about $9. In usual form my focus is on simplicity, …